Cyber Security Jump Start: The Mind Shift

Learn the World of Cyber Security and Transform Your Approach to Digital Security with Essential Skills and Knowledge

What you'll learn

Explain fundamental cybersecurity principles, including the importance of confidentiality, integrity, and availability and recognize common cyber threats.

Identify potential vulnerabilities in a network or system, assess the risk of various threats and develop strategies to mitigate risks through security controls

Apply security best practices to protect systems and data, including implementing strong passwords, using encryption and configuring firewalls.

Learn and Understand different Hacking techniques and Methodologies

Understand and comply with relevant cybersecurity laws, regulations, and ethical guidelines, ensuring that their practices are being implemented and applied.

Learn Network and Vulnerability Scanning techniques

Start a career in cyber security. Become a cyber security specialist.

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Requirements

No experience needed

No IT prerequisites required

Operating System: Windows / Apple Mac OS / Linux

I'll walk you through, step-by-step how to get all the software installed and set up

No paid software required - I'll teach you how to use Kali Linux

Computer with a minimum of 4GB ram/memory

Description

In today's digital age, cybersecurity isn't just a technical challenge, it's a mindset. Cybersecurity Jump Start: The Mind Shift is designed to transform how you think about and approach digital security, whether you're a beginner or an IT professional seeking to strengthen your cybersecurity skills.This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the world of cybersecurity, focusing not only on the technical aspects but also on the crucial shift in mindset required to anticipate and defend against cyber threats. You'll start by exploring fundamental cybersecurity principles, including the importance of protecting confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA Triad). From there, you'll dive into real-world scenarios, gaining practical experience in identifying vulnerabilities, implementing security measures, and responding to incidents.Throughout the course, you'll engage with interactive content, hands-on labs, and case studies that mirror the challenges faced by today's cybersecurity professionals. You'll also explore the legal and ethical implications of cybersecurity, ensuring that your practices are both effective and responsible.By the end of this course, you’ll have the skills, knowledge, and mindset necessary to protect yourself, your organization, and your digital assets from evolving cyber threats. Sharpen your arsenal with up-to-date tools and techniques ready for the cyber world. Get ready to shift your perspective and jump-start your cybersecurity journey!

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Welcome to the course

Lecture 2 Course Objectives

Lecture 3 Setting up the Cyber Home Lab Network

Section 2: Intro to Cyber Security

Lecture 4 Understanding Cybersecurity

Lecture 5 Different Cyber Teams

Section 3: Identifying and Understanding Cyber Threats

Lecture 6 Recognizing Vulnerabilities

Lecture 7 Types of Cyber Attacks

Section 4: Implementing Effective Security Measures

Lecture 8 Fundamentals of Network Security

Lecture 9 Vulnerability Management

Lecture 10 Endpoint Security and Secure Configurations

Lecture 11 Incident Response and Recovery

Section 5: Legal, Ethical, and Regulatory Considerations

Lecture 12 Understanding Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations

Lecture 13 Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing

Lecture 14 Ethics in Cybersecurity

Section 6: Data Privacy and Protection

Lecture 15 Understanding Data Privacy: Concepts and Principles

Lecture 16 Strategies for Data Minimization and Anonymization

Lecture 17 Implementing Data Protection Controls

Section 7: Software Vulnerabilities and Attacks

Lecture 18 Overview of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)

Lecture 19 Secure Coding Practices and Principles

Lecture 20 Reverse Engineering

Lecture 21 Security Testing

Section 8: Cybersecurity Demo's

Lecture 22 Reconnaissance using OSINT

Lecture 23 Network Scanning using Nmap

Lecture 24 DDOS/DOS using Hping3

Lecture 25 DOS Attack Using Metasploit

Lecture 26 MITM (Man In the Middle) using Ettercap (ARP Poisoning)

Lecture 27 Wireless Password Hacking

Lecture 28 Using Google Hacking Database (GHDB)

Lecture 29 Using Metasploit to Hack Windows System through Phishing

Lecture 30 Brute Force Attacks using Hydra (RDP)

Lecture 31 How to Create a Botnet using BeEF

Lecture 32 Vulnerability Assessment using OpenVAS

Section 9: Cyber Awareness in Organizations

Lecture 33 Building Cyber Awareness at the Work Place, Schools and at Home

Section 10: Cloud Security and Automation

Lecture 34 Introduction to Cloud Security

Lecture 35 Securing Cloud Infrastructure and Data

Lecture 36 Securing Cloud-Native Applications

Section 11: IOT and OT Security

Lecture 37 IoT/OT Technologies and Infrastructure

Section 12: Cyber Home Lab and Capstone Project

Section 13: Final Assessment and Next Steps

Lecture 38 SPECIAL LESSON | Career Pathways in Cybersecurity

Section 14: Additional Content

Lecture 39 Supplementary Resources

This cybersecurity course is designed for students, professionals and enthusiasts who are eager to build or enhance their knowledge and skills in the field of cybersecurity. Whether you're an IT professional looking to specialize in security, a business leader seeking to protect your organization from cyber threats, or a tech-savvy individual interested in understanding the cyber world or how to safeguard personal data, this course offers valuable content tailored to your needs.,No prior experience in cybersecurity is required; this course starts with foundational concepts and progresses to advanced topics. You'll gain practical, hands-on experience through a few case studies, and up-to-date tools and techniques. By the end of the course, you'll be equipped to recognize and respond to cyber threats, implement effective security measures, and navigate the legal and ethical landscape of cybersecurity.,If you are passionate about protecting digital assets and ready to take your skills to the next level, sharpen your arsenal of tools and techniques, this course is your gateway to a rewarding and in-demand career in cybersecurity